Plaintiff Insurance - Senior Associate/Special Counsel Senior Associate/Special Counsel
Overview
What makes this role a standout opportunity?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australia’s leading plaintiff firms in a genuinely senior, high-impact role.
Are you currently leading complex matters, shaping litigation strategy, and building long-term client relationships?
If not, this role offers that next step.
You’ll work at the forefront of complex dust disease litigation, acting on matters that are not only technically challenging but deeply meaningful, representing clients in life-altering circumstances.
The Opportunity
This is a career-defining role with genuine long-term progression, including a clear pathway into leadership.
Alternatively, there is strong support to develop as a technical specialist within a highly regarded plaintiff practice.
You will manage a diverse personal injury practice, with a focus on complex and sensitive matters including:
- Mesothelioma
- Asbestosis
- Silica-related claims
- Coal mine dust disease
The work spans multiple jurisdictions and involves direct client engagement, often in highly sensitive circumstances.
Key Responsibilities
- You will operate with a high level of autonomy, running your own matters while working closely with leading plaintiff Partners
- Lead files end-to-end with full carriage
- Develop litigation strategy on complex, high-value claims
- Build strong, long-term client relationships
- Mentor and support junior lawyers
- Contribute to the growth of the practice
Requirements
- 5+ years’ PAE
- Experience in dust disease litigation, or broader workers’ compensation / public liability
- Strong litigation fundamentals and a passion for advocacy
- Confidence running files independently
- Commercial and strategic mindset
- Proactive, resourceful and solutions-focused
- Strong understanding of legislation across multiple Australian jurisdictions
About the Job
Contract Type
Permanent
Specialism
Senior Associate
Industry
Plaintiff Insurance
Salary
Competitive
Workplace Type
On-Site
Experience Level
Senior
Job Reference
Aimee Salt
Date posted
31 March 2026
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